Uganda a win away from African Netball title
She Cranes players in action at the Africa Netball Championship at MTN Arena in Lugogo. Photo by Ismail Kezaala
Hosts Uganda have Wednesday defeated reigning champions Zimbabwe to record their fourth straight victory at the on-going African Netball Championship that ends on Thursday.
The She Cranes won 61-45 to move within one victory of a maiden African title in the first game at the Lugogo MTN Arena on Wednesday afternoon.
Despite not being at their best, the Ugandan side did just enough to seal a win that ends Zimbabwe’s reign as continental champions.
The latter had come into the game needing victory after losing one of their three opening games at the six-team round robin-tournament.
They were however unable to dislodge the She Cranes who led throughout the game with 16-8 after the first quarter.
The scores continued to indicate a marginal increase for the Ugandan side despite resistance from their opponents as the third period ended 46-35.
Uganda returns to action on Thursday against Zambia while Zimbabwe play Namibia in the first game on the same day.
Africa Netball Championship
Wednesday result
Uganda 61- 45 Zimbabwe
